Communications Specialist
This role is 100% Remote. The Communications Specialist’s main responsibilities are to build and support the organization’s communications strategies and tactics. Responsibilities include identifying communication opportunities, developing and maintaining the communications calendar, creating social media posts, supporting the development/distribution of press releases, reports/publications, website maintenance, and coordinating both in-person and virtual events. Critical work is also tracking and measuring the results of communications activities.
Description
Communications Specialist
Our Organization:
Accelerating Circularity is a non-profit industry organization dedicated to creating new supply chains and business models to transform spent textiles into mainstream raw materials. Our mission is to develop circular supply systems that can be implemented globally.
The Position:
We seek a candidate who is creative and dedicated to the mission of our little start-up. We may be small, but our mission is mighty. As the Communications Specialist, your main responsibilities will include developing and supporting the organization’s communications strategies and tactics. This role involves identifying communication opportunities, maintaining the communications calendar, creating social media content, assisting with press releases and reports, managing the website, and coordinating events. Additionally, you will be responsible for tracking and measuring the results of our communications activities.
Reports to: President and Founder
Fully remote position in the USA (EST)
Key Collaborators:
You will collaborate with the Marketing Consultant, VP of Programs and Stakeholder Engagement, Program Directors, and Project Specialists.
Key Results & Metrics:
– Up-to-date communications calendar
– Growth of targeted social media followers
– Timely release and download numbers of reports
– Successful organization of events
– Effective distribution and pickup of press releases
– Maintenance of mailing list and targeted mailings
Key Responsibilities & Activities:
Strategy:
– Identify and execute campaigns to promote brand awareness aligned with our targets.
Communications Calendar:
– Develop a comprehensive communications calendar that includes events, reports, press releases, and social media activities.
Social Media:
– Develop and schedule social media content, obtain necessary approvals, and monitor metrics for growth.
Press Releases:
– Develop, distribute, and track press releases, and coordinate responses to editorial inquiries.
Reports:
– Prepare project reports and annual reports on time.
Events:
– Organize in-person and virtual events, gather feedback, and follow up.
Key Competencies & Preferred Skills/Experience:
– Strong organizational and time-management skills
– Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Airtable, Miro, and social media platforms
– Excellent written communication and editing skills
– Knowledge of SEO/SEM campaigns and marketing software
– Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or equivalent
– 5 years of experience, preferably in the textile industry
Key Personal Attributes:
Passion for our organization’s mission
Effective communicator
Detail-oriented
Dependable and flexible
Trustworthy and collaborative
Team Player
Travel Expectations:
Potential for up to 5% domestic travel.
Interfaces:
Internal:
– President
– Vice President
– All other staff members
– Direct Reports: Project Specialists
External:
– Program participants and stakeholders
– Press and editors
Join our team and build your career with us! We offer:
• Supportive and collaborative environment with passionate colleagues
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Health benefit reimbursement
• 2 weeks Paid Time Off
• Your birthday is a floating holiday!
• 401K plan
Salary
$40,000 – $70,000 per year
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